The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 146

The following day, we gathered at the gates of the Fitzgerald estate, anticipation hanging in the air like a heavy cloud. Scarlett had arranged for us to visit the property in person, a crucial step in the ongoing dispute over its ownership.

As we stood at the imposing gates, the towering ironwork adorned with intricate designs, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe. The estate maintained an air of grandeur that was undeniable, and its sheer size was a testament to the wealth that had once flowed through the Fitzgerald family’s veins.

Once their car pulled up, Stella emerged first, stepping out with an air of confidence that seemed to accompany her wherever she went. Timothy followed closely behind her, his expression blank as he glanced around the grandeur of the

property.

As they approached, the atmosphere grew increasingly charged. Once he saw me standing at the gate, Timothy frowned. My threat had undoubtedly left an impression, and I could see the unease in his eyes.

Stella, however, appeared unfazed. She offered a cold smile as she greeted us, her words dripping with insincerity. “Lovely to see you all again.”

Scarlett, always quick to assert herself, didn’t waste any time. She cut straight to the point, her tone laced with frustration. “Let’s not waste any more time, shall we?”

The lawyer, who had been walking behind them, nodded in agreement. “Let’s head inside.”

Scarlett approached the gate, her expression determined, and produced a key to unlock the entrance. The gates swung open with a creak, revealing a long, winding driveway lined with towering trees that led to the heart of the estate.

Stella stepped forward, her heels clicking on the cobblestone path. “I can’t wait to make some changes here when it’s finally mine,” she declared, her tone confident.

Scarlett’s reaction, however, was immediate, and her anger simmered just beneath the surface. “Changes? Stella, this is a historical property with a rich legacy. It’s not something you can simply alter to suit your tastes.”

The tension between the two sisters was impossible to ignore, and I couldn’t help but feel like an outsider caught in the crossfire. Stella’s determination to make the

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estate her own clashed with Scarlett’s reverence for its history and heritage.

As we made our way through the sprawling grounds, I couldn’t help but marvel at the beauty that surrounded us. The estate was a treasure trove of natural beauty, with meticulously manicured gardens, a pristine lake, and even a charming gazebo that seemed like something out of a fairytale.

Stella, however, remained focused on her vision for the property, her comments laced with a hint of disdain. “I’ll need to update the landscaping, of course. And the interior needs a complete overhaul.”

Scarlett’s patience wore thin, and she couldn’t hold back her frustration any longer. “You’re going to completely destroy the place!”

they clashed over the future of the estate. I exchanged a knowing glance with Timothy, who was just as

of the main house, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of reverence for the history that was embedded in its walls. The grandeur of the mansion’s architecture, the intricate details of its furnishings, and the portraits that lined

place needs a modern touch. I’ll hire an interior designer to transform it into something more

you can’t simply erase the history of this place. It’s not just

off, waving her hand as she turned in the opposite direction toward the

cast dappled shadows through the leaves, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers. As we strolled through this oasis of tranquility, the tension that had

a tranquil lake. Her eyes widened with a

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want this place as the backdrop for our wedding,” she declared,

demeanor. Her earlier dismissive attitude toward the estate had given way to a clear vision for her future wedding, and the gazebo

enthusiasm. He frowned, his voice filled with reluctance. “Stella, nothing is set

seemed unfazed by his reservations. She revealed her chosen date with a nonchalant air that sent shockwaves through my system.

at her words. December 15th–that was my birthday. The coincidence was too striking to be ignored, and I couldn’t help but feel a surge of

to defend herself. “What? I didn’t want to wait too long

been intentional, but it left a sour taste in my mouth. I struggled to maintain my composure, my.

trained his eyes on me. “That’s your

would taint mine. knowing that Timothy

solely on her wedding plans. “Well, you can celebrate your birthday some other time,

everyone to pause. Stella paused just as she was ready to walk away, turning

mean?” she asked,

too busy with….hockey. Yeah, it will be our final week

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serious? You’re

her hand. I felt slightly humored myself, seeing

pressed on, and for a split second, I thought I saw him wink at me. “Stella, there are 364 other days in the year.

to me. She handed me a glare, then looked back at

joint rooms and back toward the entrance. I’d been purposefully

her steps until she was right by my side. Her eyes, filled with a strange mix of triumph and curiosity, turned to me. “Evie, have you ever been

seemed like. a test more than anything, and I feared her

smugness seemed to grow as she leaned in closer, as if trying to uncover my

wearing thin, and I couldn’t help but retort, “Love isn’t the only

of discomfort at the way Timothy and I had inadvertently met each other’s gazes once more. I didn’t need